Go green for Halloween

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Sep 26, 2008 at 12:01 AMSep 26, 2008 at 1:47 AM

This year, some thrill-seekers might want to consider Halloween alternatives to provide a new twist on an age-old event. During this season of witches, slime and other spooky characters, going green for Halloween can extend the positive theme of protecting the environment.

This year, some thrill-seekers might want to consider Halloween alternatives to provide a new twist on an age-old event. During this season of witches, slime and other spooky characters, going green for Halloween can extend the positive theme of protecting the environment.
While the traditional ritual of trick or treat has its place, going green for Halloween is an opportunity to host a costume party and serve treats without food coloring or preservatives. Guests can enjoy healthier snacks like popcorn balls with salt and butter substitutes or caramel apples and fudge with sugar substitutes. The host can serve juice drinks, flavored water and apple cider instead of sugary soft drinks that are loaded with calories and caffeine. By preparing treats, money and the environment are also protected by not using extra packaging and wrappers. And with fall harvests, it's a great time to shop at a local farmer's market for nutritious, local snacks. Buying locally is not only a healthy choice, but patronizes vendors that are nearby as opposed to those that require resources to transport.
Going green for Halloween can also mean deciding not to drive that evening or identifying activities and events closer to home to reduce driving time and air pollutants from vehicles.
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